Grant Boulevard at Pond Street/
McChesney Park Drive
In the late 1960s—say 1968 to about 1971—city installations
took on a particular look not unlike Saratoga Springs. Spanwire poles
were still colored—either in primer red or painted green—and
now more than one signal was being used on a regular basis, reflecting
federal regulations implemented around 1966.
Crouse-Hinds changed the appearance of their signals in 1966-67, going
from the breadloaf appearance to a more streamlined appearance that would
allow for better interchangability of 8" and 12" units. The
Syracuse signal of the late 1960s were painted all yellow, used 8-inch
lenses, and had full visors for red and yellow lights and scalloped visors
for green.
This intersection is a rare survivor from that era. Even then, only the
center, 4-way signal is original equipment. Still, it is interesting to
note. Most of the installations took place in the Syracuse University
area, and were globally replaced around 1997 by yellow-colored 12-inch
TCT units. All photos taken 21 April 2003.
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